Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Sheet Pan Chicken

Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Sheet Pan Chicken ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken thighs
• 1.5 lbs Baby potatoes
• 1 large Red onion
• 1 pint Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 head Green cabbage
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 Lemon
• 1 tbsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley

How to make Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Sheet Pan Chicken

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper for easier cleanup, which also helps prevent sticking.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved or quartered baby potatoes, red onion wedges, and cabbage wedges. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss well to ensure all vegetables are evenly coated.
3. Spread the seasoned vegetables in an even layer on the prepared sheet pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded for optimal roasting. Roast for 15 minutes to give these denser vegetables a head start in cooking.
4. While the vegetables roast, pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to ensure they brown nicely. In the same mixing bowl (no need to wash), toss the chicken with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until thoroughly coated.
5. After the initial 15 minutes of roasting, carefully remove the sheet pan from the oven. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cherry tomatoes to the sheet pan, distributing them evenly among the par-roasted vegetables.
6. Return the sheet pan to the oven and continue to roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C) and the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
7. Once cooked, remove the sheet pan from the oven. Let the chicken and vegetables rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender chicken.
8. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley before serving immediately for a burst of freshness and color.

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